Protect Against Measles: How to Support Children
As a holistic pediatrician, I want to remind parents about the importance of protecting your little ones from the measles during this time. Over the past several weeks, many of us have seen headlines like the one below. This blog post breaks down how we can protect against measles and how to keep our kids […]
Winter Probiotic Protocol: How to Prevent and Treat Illness
When the sweet little Sylvie (Lauren, our Patient Care Coordinator’s daughter) came down with a cold, a winter probiotic protocol came to the rescue! Of course, Lauren sprang into action, and so Sylvie recovered quickly. 70% of the immune system resides in the gut. That means having a diverse and robust microbiome is crucial for staying healthy and bouncing […]
Winter Eczema Flare: Why It Happens and How to Calm It
It’s not uncommon for eczema to flare in January. Right after the holidays—post heavy meals and extra sugar that can deplete the microbiome—and the air is cold and dry. It’s the perfect storm to wreak havoc on our skin. Winter skin hydration and maintaining a healthy skin barrier are more important than ever to prevent […]
How to Set New Year’s Resolutions that Stick
It’s officially 2026, and I’m so excited for all the wonderful things this year will bring. Are you curious about how to set New Year’s Resolutions that will last? Well, good news! This blog is all about taking small steps toward lasting change. Let’s be real… New Year’s resolutions are great in theory, but we […]
Winterize Your Family: Simple Strategies to Stay Sickness-Free
As the temperature drops and we cozy up indoors, it’s more important than ever to winterize your family and keep everyone’s immune system strong. Colder weather, shorter days (less vitamin D from sunshine), and increased time spent indoors can create the perfect storm for colds, the flu, and other winter bugs. Here are my top […]
Balance Your Blood Sugar: 3 Tips to Beat the Feast
Enjoying a home-cooked meal with family and friends is always a treat, especially during the holidays. However, it can leave us feeling weighed down and sluggish afterwards, and impact our blood sugar levels. Fortunately, there are a few simple tactics to help balance your blood sugar, especially during these holiday feasts. #1 – Stabilize Your Blood […]
RSV: What Parents Need to Know This 2025-2026 Season
RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, typically starts in late fall and peaks in winter. As of October 2025, RSV activity is increasing in some parts of the country, and reports expect moderate RSV activity this year, similar to the 2024-2025 season. RSV Symptoms RSV is a common respiratory virus that causes symptoms similar to a […]
Survive Cold and Flu Season: Your Ultimate Rescue Kit
Ready to survive this cold and flu season and keep your family healthy and feeling their best? This 2025-2026 cold and flu season is currently assessed as more severe than years prior (moderate severity assessment). Below are some key statistics about this season as of the end of December. Be sure to monitor weekly flu […]
How to Limit Sugar on Halloween
I always recommend to limit sugar on Halloween as an integrative pediatrician. Despite this, Halloween has always been one of my favorite holidays. My elementary school in Avon Lake, Ohio, circa 1980, had a big Halloween costume contest each year. One year, I decided early on that I was going to win. The preparation for my witch costume started […]
Household Triggers of Eczema: How to Reduce Irritants
Is your home making your child’s eczema worse? Let’s explore the hidden household triggers of eczema. I’ve talked a lot about how both the skin and the gut microbiome affect eczema. While these do have a profound impact on eczema, I want to shine a light on something that we often see fly under the radar: the environment inside your […]
